About the Book Hikaru and Nihal are on a class trip to the zoo, and Hikaru demonstrates what it means to be a good friend, especially when your buddy is hampered by a broken leg.-- Book Synopsis Learn all about positive behavior and meet your best self! Today, our class is going to the zoo! We each have a buddy. My buddy has a broken leg, so its my job to help him. This is Hikaru, and he wants to share with you what it means for him to be a good friend. You will see that, when he chooses being a good friend, friendship grows! ABOUT THE SERIES: Learning social skills is a key element of early childhood development and in helping kids develop a healthy identity. These relatable stories in familiar settings explore some of the most important social/emotional needs of young children, encouraging them to recognize, understand, express, and navigate various emotions and situations they might experience every day at school and at home. From being brave, honest, and kind, to being good friends, these books will help readers meet their best self! About the Author Alexandra Colombo has illustrated more than 100 books that have been published all over the world. She loves walking in the woods, writing poetry, and discovering new places. She lives in Italy with her dog, Ary, and her turtle, Carlo. Meredith Rusu lives in New Jersey with her husband and two young sons. She is the author of more than one hundred childrens books for licenses such as LEGO, Disney/Pixar, Captain Underpants, and Star Wars. She is also the author of the DATA Set series under the name Ada Hopper. When she isnt writing, Meredith enjoys singing karaoke, spending time with family, and going on the occasional adventure or two.